A car belonging to the Australian Consulate in Chennai suddenly caught fire on Tuesday. The driver, who saw the spark from the bonnet, managed to exit the vehicle in time. There were no passengers on board.
The police said driver Thirugnanam was proceeding towards Singaperumalkoil, Chengalpattu district, on an official purpose. At around 1.45 p.m., when he was near Potheri, he noticed the spark from the bonnet. The car burst into flames quickly and later the Fire and Rescue Services personnel reached the spot and put out the fire.
A case has been registered in Guduvanchery police station following a complaint from the staff of the Australian Consulate.
Published - February 09, 2022 12:02 am IST
